Production Associate

Bimbo Bakeries USA; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Bimbo Bakeries USA in California is seeking a Production Associate to join our bakery production team, safely operating high-powered machinery and packaging products to deliver fresh baked goods.

You will inspect products, participate in required trainings, maintain GMP and food safety standards, and support quality control. Shifts include nights and weekends; applicants must be at least 18 and able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 1-3 years of manufacturing experience; food manufacturing a plus.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable in a warm environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate high-powered bakery machinery safely and efficiently.
• Package products and ensure correct labeling and weight.
• Mix ingredients and assist with production processes.
• Move and stack materials and equipment used in production and packaging.
• Examine products and reject those not meeting specification; address issues to reduce waste.

Skills

Lifting 50 lbs

Standing long periods

English required

Night shifts

Job description

Have you ever enjoyed Arnold, Brownberry or Oroweat bread? A Thomas’ English muffin or bagel? Or perhaps snacked on a Sara Lee, Entenmann’s or Marinela cake or donut? If the answer is yes, then you know Bimbo Bakeries USA!More than 20,000 associates in bakeries, sales centers, offices and on sales routes work to ensure our consumers have the freshest products at every meal. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we provide a safe and inclusive work environment that appreciates diversity, promotes development and allows our associates to be their authentic selves.Production AssociateTop Reasons to Apply!Great starting pay! $20.25/ hour.Shift: 2am - 2pm or 2pm - 2am - Monday to Saturday.Competitive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement Plan.What you will be doing:A Production Associate is an entry level role in our bakery and a valuable member of the production team focused on safely and consistently producing the highest quality product possible for customers.Perform various duties including, but not limited to; safe operation of high-powered machinery, packaging products, mixing ingredients, and moving and/or stacking materials and equipment used in the production of fresh baked products.Examine and reject products that do not meet specification; observe, maintain, and address issues to prevent and reduce waste.Participate and successfully complete all Company approved and required training, audits, etc.Maintain Good Manufacturing Practices, food safety, and Superior quality standards.What we need from you:At least 18 years of age.1-3 Years of prior manufacturing experience; food manufacturing is a plus.Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, stack, and/or carry pans, ingredient containers, etc.Ability to stand for extended periods of time.Comfortable in a warm working environment.Ability to communicate effectively in English.Ability to work Nights, Weekends & Holidays.Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans.The physical and mental demands described in each job posting are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of each job. Reasonable accommodations may be requested to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of each job.Bimbo Bakeries USA is an equal opportunity employer with a policy that provides equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, any other classification protected by law.It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.